Sir Charles Starmer House

Danby Lodge, Darlington, Durham

Supported Housing

In the area

Meet our staff

Jane Elliot

- General manager

Our team is led by General Manager, Jane Elliott, who has worked at Abbeyfield Darlington since 2005. Assistant General Manager, Alison Broxup, joined the Darlington team in 2007.
Jane is responsible for overseeing the day to day management of the site and ensuring the wellbeing of residents and staff.
The picture shows Jane receiving The Abbeyfield Society’s Chief Executive’s Excel Award in 2014.

Housekeepers

Each of our houses has its own team of housekeepers and assistants. Our house staff are responsible for catering and for the general upkeep of the houses.
The picture shows staff entering into the festive spirit at the Christmas lunch for residents, staff and trustees.

Activities co-ordinater

All of the team are involved in supporting the residents. Staff participate in many of the activities on offer.
The picture shows Alison promoting the Society at a tea dance in Darlington market square.

Activities

Each week we host a variety of activities and are fortunate enough to have volunteers from the neighbourhood and local 6th form.

From music appreciation to truffle making, gardening club to scrabble there is always something to look forward to and something to suite everyone’s taste.

Every Saturday the three houses get together for a coffee morning and raffle. And each Sunday afternoon we join together for afternoon tea and a catch up.

We’re based at the end of a leafy, quiet cul-de-sac with excellent transport links into the town centre. For those who enjoy walking, we’re just a short stroll away local amenities and a beautiful park which often hosts summertime activities.

We also have several churches nearby for anyone wanting to partake in regular worship.

What's on the menu

What’s on the menu

Mealtimes are a highlight of our day at Abbeyfield Darlington. Each day starts with breakfast, taken in residents' rooms for a leisurely start to the day.

Our staff then prepare a two course meal every lunchtime, hosted in the dining room. Followed by high tea in the evening where residents have the choice of several dishes.

We always sit down to a traditional Sunday roast with all the trimmings and often enjoy an impromptu bacon sandwich or French breakfast during the week.